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Colvin Auto Parts

Vehicle tips

According to recent studies, 5 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities are clearly caused by automobile maintenance neglect.

The cooling system should be completely flushed and refilled about every 24 months. The level, condition, and concentration of coolant should be checked. (A 50/50 mix of anti-freeze and water is usually recommended.)

Never remove the radiator cap until the engine has thoroughly cooled. The tightness and condition of drive belts, clamps and hoses should be checked by a pro.

Change your oil and oil filter as specified in your manual, or more often (every 3,000 miles) if you make frequent short jaunts, extended trips with lots of luggage or tow a trailer.

Replace other filters (air, fuel, PCV, etc.) as recommended, or more often in dusty conditions. Get engine drivability problems (hard stops, rough idling, stalling, diminished power, etc.) corrected at a good shop.

A dirty windshield causes eye fatigue and can pose a safety hazard. Replace worn blades and get plenty of windshield washer solvent.

Have your tires rotated about every 5,000 miles. Check tire pressures once a month; let the tires cool down first. Don't forget your spare and be sure your jack is in good condition.

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They have all the hard to find parts!!!!!. I have several classic cars this is where I go to get parts for them at the right price!!!!!!!!!!!-George F.

Great old school auto parts store with a crew of knowledgeable guys working there. Full machine shop service. A great place in a world filled with franchise McAutoparts shops its great to have Colvin in the neighborhood. -Frederick G.

Place is awesome. They always have everything from hardware, nuts& bolts to a full engine machine shop. Great store, easy to deal with.-Chris C.

Great store!
Great Machine Shop!
Knowledgeable staff! Just a good full service shop! -Anthony G.

You will not find a better place on Long Island.
Full service engine shop.
Years of knowledge that they willingly share.
And if they don't know they find out and get back to you.-Joe B.

Great place always have the parts I need or can get them right away with friendly and knowledgeable staff -Phillip S.

Old school auto parts and machine shop. The type of place that really bends over backwards to help you. Very good pricing, extremely knowledgeable staff and great selection. When you need a top notch auto parts store, this is what you want. Often has a small wait due to how great these guys are. I have found hard to get parts here many times. Honest and straightforward. Wish there were more like this still around.-Chris E.